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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Introduction.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Agricola primarily spend his time in the military?
(a) Germany.
(b) Britain.
(c) Spain.
(d) Rome.

2. Why was so interested in German culture that he wrote about it?
(a) He believed Germans had much to offer Roman civilization.
(b) He believed Germans were a constant threat.
(c) He believed Germans were desecendants from the same gods.
(d) He believed Germans would make great slaves.

3. Why did Rome want to conquer Britain?
(a) For their knowledge of arms.
(b) For their gold and silver.
(c) For revenge.
(d) Purely for victory over more lands.

4. According to Mattingly, what was most important to Tacitus in his life?
(a) His family.
(b) The reigning emperor.
(c) His mother.
(d) His career.

5. What was Agricola best known for?
(a) His tactics and forts.
(b) His ability to execute a surprise attack.
(c) His diplomatic skills.
(d) His oratory skills.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Tacitus feel the need to apologize for his life?

2. What happened to Britain's hold after Agricola left?

3. Why did Tacitus provide so much British history in "The Agricola"?

4. Tacitus noted that the Germans felt which way about gold and silver?

5. Who was ruling the Roman Empire when Gallic tribes revolted against Rome and proclaimed their own empire?

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